by Kazuo Ishiguro
Published 2021
Longlisted for the Booker Prize 2021 The #1 Sunday Times Bestseller Featured in Barack Obama's Summer Reading List 2021 'This is a novel for fans of Never Let Me Go . . . tender, touching and true.' The Times 'The Sun always has ways to reach us.' From her place in the store, Klara, an Artificial Friend with outstanding observational qualities, watches carefully the behaviour of those who come in to browse, and of those who pass in the street outside. She remains hopeful a customer will soon choose her, but when the possibility emerges that her circumstances may change for ever, Klara is warned not to invest too much in the promises of humans. In Klara and the Sun, his first novel since winning the Nobel Prize in Literature, Kazuo Ishiguro looks at our rapidly-changing modern world through the eyes of an unforgettable narrator to explore a fundamental question: what does it mean to love? 'Beautiful' Guardian 'Flawless' The Times 'Devastating' FT 'Another masterpiece' Observer
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British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“This voice offers a calm and balanced British tone, perfectly suiting Klara's gentle and observant nature, with a subtle precision that hints at her artificiality.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Neutral
“Anna's measured and neutral British narration aligns well with Klara's deliberate speaking style, providing the necessary clarity and a detached perspective on human behavior.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Mira's clear, calm, and grounded British English voice captures Klara's gentle presence, while its polished quality could subtly convey her AI origin.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Gentle
“Emma Taylor's soft and gentle British voice works for Klara's compassionate observations, allowing for emotional depth within her precise narration.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Jen's relaxing and soft British storytelling quality provides an intimate texture, ideal for Klara's internal reflections and her evolving understanding of the world.”
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A kind and intelligent young girl, often frail due to illness. Her voice should be soft and gentle, but also capable of warmth and occasional determination.
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Soft
“Blondie's sweet, warm, and youthful British voice is an excellent match for Josie's kind and gentle disposition, conveying her soft nature effectively.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Gentle
“Annabelle's soothing and gentle British tones perfectly reflect Josie's frail yet warm character, offering a clear and alluring quality.”
Also recommended for: Rick
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Leona G's gentle drama and warmth bring out Josie's soft and conversational side, making her sound empathetic and engaging.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Pleasant
“Dorothy's warm, velvety alto with an unhurried cadence suits Josie's gentle and thoughtful manner, adding a touch of quiet strength.”
Female · Young · Narration · Soft · Warm · Calm · +3 more
“This voice's soothing, breathy, and empathetic tone with a slow, measured pace captures Josie's delicate nature and her capacity for warmth and intimacy.”
Josie's mother, a complex character burdened by grief and societal pressures. Her voice should convey strength, weariness, and a deep, sometimes desperate, love.
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Serious
“Bella's deep, elegant, and serious British voice perfectly embodies the Mother's complex character, conveying both her grief and underlying strength.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Corinne's calm, expressive British voice with a soothing yet professional clarity works for the Mother's weary but nurturing presence, especially her deep love.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Professional
“Louise's clear, neutral, and professional British narration can convey the Mother's societal pressures and her sometimes detached demeanor.”
Also recommended for: Manager
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Neutral
“Marie KC's smooth, calm, and professional British voice is suitable for the Mother's more measured and serious interactions, reflecting her burden.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Jane's articulate and natural British RP voice, with its warm and sincere quality, can portray the Mother's underlying humanity and deep love despite her weariness.”
Also recommended for: Manager
Josie's loyal childhood friend, an 'unlifted' boy. His voice should be earnest, kind, and reflect his grounded nature and quiet strength.
Male · Young · Character-Voice · Soft · Warm · Measured · +14 more
“Newt's young male British voice with a soft, warm, and measured tone is an ideal fit for Rick's earnest, kind, and grounded nature.”
British · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Calm
“James's clear and articulate British male voice, with its warmth and natural tone, perfectly captures Rick's loyal and quietly strong character.”
British · Young · Male · Narrative Story · Confident
“Leon's warm, articulate Southern British voice, balanced with clarity and depth, suits Rick's conversational yet grounded presence.”
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Gentle
“Annabelle's gentle and clear tones, though female, offer a warmth and softness that could surprisingly work for Rick's kind and empathetic side, if a male alternative isn't found.”
Also recommended for: Josie
British · Young · Female · Narrative Story · Relaxed
“Kate Dollar's warm and relaxed British tone, while female, could lend a thoughtful and understated quality to Rick's quiet strength, emphasizing his gentle nature.”
The pragmatic and knowledgeable manager of the AF store. Her voice should be professional, clear, and slightly detached, reflecting her understanding of both AFs and human nature.
Female · Young · Character · Anime · Middle-Aged · Narration · +6 more
“Makima's professional and authoritative female voice with a calm, measured delivery is an excellent match for the Manager's pragmatic and knowledgeable demeanor.”
Female · Middle-Aged · Narration · Character-Voice · Professional · Serious · +2 more
“Caitlyn Kiramman's professional and serious female voice, calm and authoritative, perfectly embodies the Manager's clear understanding of her business and human nature.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Global Artist's soft, kind, and clear British voice, while gentle, can convey the Manager's calm and knowledgeable approach, avoiding harshness.”
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Professional
“Louise's clear, neutral, and reassuring British narration provides the professional and slightly detached tone required for the Manager.”
Also recommended for: Mother
British · Middle Aged · Female · Narrative Story · Calm
“Jane's articulate, natural, and clear British RP voice, with its warm and engaging quality, can portray the Manager's sincerity in explaining AFs, even with a professional distance.”
Also recommended for: Mother